Baked Kale Gratin Recipe
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4.5
Baked Kale Gratin Recipe
Description
Baked Kale Gratin starts with removing kale leaves from stems and massaging the leaves to break down fibers for a silky texture. The kale is layered in a casserole dish and topped with shredded Gouda cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic and onion powders, kosher salt, and black pepper. Heavy cream is poured over to add richness. Baking at 350°F melts the cheese and softens the kale, letting the flavors meld and the kale reduce in volume.
The dish has a creamy and cheesy character with tender greens, suitable as a vegetable side that pairs well with many main courses. The Parmesan added after baking adds a sharp, savory contrast. This gratin can be served immediately while warm.
Ingredients
- 6 cups kale , leaves removed from stems
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 1/2 cups gouda cheese , shredded
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning homemade
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt coarse
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese , freshly grated
Instructions
- Coat a 5-6 quart casserole dish with cooking spray and preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Using your hands, massage the kale well. This breaks down fibers making it silky smooth to eat.
- Pile the kale into the casserole dish. Depending on the size and shape of your dish, it might mound, that is fine, it will cook down.
- Top with the shredded cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Pour the heavy cream over the top of the casserole.
- Bake, uncovered, for 20-25 minutes or until it has reduced in size and cheese has melted.
- Remove, top with parmesan cheese while still hot and serve immediately.
- If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was in the comments or star ratings.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 347 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 347kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 8g | 3% |
| Protein | 16g | 32% |
| Fat | 29g | 45% |
| Saturated Fat | 18g | 90% |
| Cholesterol | 111mg | 37% |
| Sodium | 834mg | 35% |
| Potassium | 419mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 7555IU | 151% |
| Vitamin C | 80.6mg | 90% |
| Calcium | 478mg | 48% |
| Iron | 1.2mg | 7% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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